Wisconsin whitewater - Bad River, Gogebic Range, Ashland County Ashland county, Highway 169 to Devil's Gate footbridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-V     6.2 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Wisconsin is often easier than elsewhere, so better not forget that many runs in this state are very easy. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. The Highway 169 to Devil's Gate footbridge section of Bad River is 6.2 miles long and is     a class III-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The Gogebic Range scenery is wonderful. This stretch has has enough mileage, it's perfect for a one day trip. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. There are plenty of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. The scenic beauty of Ashland County and the playfulness of the water beats anything. Briefly about the general area: High temperatures at Bad River during the summer are in the 80's. During the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 50's. High temperatures during the wintertime are normally in the 20's; winter nights come with lows in the 0's to Bad River. Bad River gets a typical amount of rainfall; all through August this area sees   the most rain; the driest month is February. Yep, outdoors exciting things truly is plentiful here in the Gogebic Range. The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Copper Falls, and a trip to Brownstone Falls will fill your soul with pleasant feelings. Bad River, Highway 169 to Devil's Gate footbridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-V Length: 6.2 miles Average Gradient: 40 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.33524 Longitude: -90.65167 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.37648 Longitude: -90.6412 Paddler input for Bad River, Wisconsin: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Bad River, Gogebic Range, Wisconsin Local climate location: ASHLAND EXP FARM 4 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Americinn - Ashland, Wi, Ashland 18 miles away AmericInn Ashland is built with solid masonry construction and the highest sound rating in the industry to allow you the experience of a quiet nights sleep. AmericInn Ashland features Splashland Water... Super 8 Ashland, Ashland 21 miles away The Pride of Super 8 Ashland is conveniently located on Hwy 2, across from beautiful Lake Superior, just 35 mi from the Apostle Islands, Bayfield, and Big Top Chautauqua, with direct access to snowmob... Super 8 Motel Washburn WI, Washburn 23 miles away The Super 8 Washburn is conveniently located on Hwy 13, 6 mi North of Hwy 2, adjacent to the snowmobile and ATV trail system, just 12 mi from the Apostle Islands and Bayfield, WI, right on the shores ...   Gogebic Range Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Gogebic Range. Gogebic Range Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Gogebic Range. All Wisconsin Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Wisconsin. Books about whitewater paddling on Bad River, Wisconsin List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Bad River, Wisconsin. Find a whitewater outfitter in Wisconsin Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Eau Claire, Wisconsin Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, the metro area neareast to Bad River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Bad River.   Whitewater Near Bad River: Tyler Forks, Ashland County , 2 miles away, Class II-IV - 1.8 miles long (Gehrman Creek to Brownstone Falls) Bad River, Ashland County , 4 miles away, Class I-III - 18.8 miles long (Devil's Gate footbridge to Elm Hoist Road) Bad River, Ashland County , 5 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 7.1 miles long (Cayuga to Foster Junction railroad bridge) Marengo River, Ashland County , 6 miles away, Class I-II - 4.8 miles long (Government Road to Bad River) Potato River, Iron/Ashland County , 9 miles away, Class II-IV(V) - 6.5 miles long (Highway 169 to Potato River Road) Bad River, Ashland County , 10 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 20.4 miles long (Elm Hoist Road to Odanah) Tyler Forks, Iron County , 10 miles away, Class II-III+(IV) - 7.6 miles long (Moore Park to Vogues Road) Brunsweiler River, Ashland County , 11 miles away, Class II-III+(IV) - 10.3 miles long (Beaverdam Lake to Highway 13) Potato River, Iron County , 12 miles away, Class I-IV - 7.2 miles long (Foster Falls to Highway 169) Brunsweiler River, Ashland County , 13 miles away, Class III-IV - 0.5 miles long (Mineral Lake to Mineral Lake Rd)   Ski Areas Near Bad River: Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 17 miles away, 400 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 39 miles away, 600 vertical feet Blackjack, Michigan , 45 miles away, 465 vertical feet Indianhead, Michigan , 47 miles away, 638 vertical feet Lutsen, Minnesota , 62 miles away, 1088 vertical feet Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 65 miles away, 350 vertical feet Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 72 miles away, 641 vertical feet Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 95 miles away, 700 vertical feet   Hotels Near Bad River: Americinn - Ashland, Wi, Ashland , 18 miles away Super 8 Ashland, Ashland , 21 miles away Super 8 Motel Washburn WI, Washburn , 23 miles away Best Western Lake Superior Lodge, Ashland , 23 miles away Super 8 Motel - Park Falls, Park Falls , 25 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Bad River: Wildwood Haven Resort and Campground, Mellen, 6 miles away Waverly Campground, Ashland County, 12 miles away Butternut Lake Campground, Butternut, 18 miles away   Trails Near Bad River: Great Divide Snowmobile Trail, Ashland County , 14 miles away   National Parks Near Bad River: Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 26 miles away   Golf Courses Near Bad River: Mellen Country Club, High Bridge , 7 miles away   Lakes Near Bad River